what is the function of photoreceptors called rods?

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what is the function of photoreceptors called rods?

2006-11-04 07:19:22 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Botany

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Rods and cones are the photorecepters in your eyes. The rods can operate in dim light, but just in black and white. Cones require bright light, but allow you to see in colour.

2006-11-04 07:26:10 · answer #1 · answered by Kevin H 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋

The photoreceptors called rodds are responsible for night vision and peripheral vision. They do not see color.

2006-11-04 18:35:48 · answer #2 · answered by science teacher 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

rods are for nightvision.
cones are for color.

2006-11-04 15:21:37 · answer #3 · answered by naike_10021980 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋